2021 — Exploited Moms - Felicia

"Hey Felicia, I want to acknowledge that being a mom can be overwhelming, and it sounds like you're going through a tough time. If you're feeling exploited or taken advantage of, there are resources available to support you. You can reach out to a trusted friend, family member, or a professional counselor for guidance and support. Additionally, there are organizations that provide assistance with parenting, financial struggles, and emotional well-being. Would you like me to help you find some resources?"

Felicia had spent twenty years raising other people’s children, but lately, the job felt less like caregiving and more like a surveillance operation. The shift happened slowly. First, it was the "nanny cam" hidden in a stuffed giraffe. Then, it was the smart speakers that seemed to wake up whenever she spoke on the phone to her own daughter back in St. Lucia. Exploited Moms - Felicia

She thought back to the day she met her ex-partner, who had promised her the world. He was charming, charismatic, and made her feel like she was the only person in the world. But it wasn't long before his true colors showed, and he began to control and manipulate her. "Hey Felicia, I want to acknowledge that being

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With the help of a supportive social worker, Felicia began to access resources and services that helped her regain control of her life. She started taking classes, got a job, and slowly began to rebuild her confidence.

• Strong enforcement of labor laws: Regular inspections, penalties for wage theft, and closing classification loopholes.
• Scheduling protections: Predictable scheduling laws, guaranteed minimum hours, and compensation for last-minute cancellations.
• Living wage and benefits: Raising minimum wages, mandating paid sick leave and family leave, and ensuring access to health insurance.

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Pros:

• Community-based childcare cooperatives, mutual aid networks, and local advocacy groups that provide practical help and collective power.
• Employer accountability through consumer pressure and community organizing to expose exploitative practices.